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Illinois Injury Claims Relating to Bard IVC Filters (Part B)

Of the 921 reports to the FDA concerning injuries from IVC filters since 2005, the main issues reported were:

• device migration - 328;
• embolizations (components of device detach) - 146;
• perforation of the IVC - 70; and
• fracture of the filter - 56.

In some circumstances, patients were seriously injured. All of these adverse events pose the risk of severe or life-threatening injuries.

Illinois Medical Malpractice Claim: Bard IVC Filters

Even if the device functions normally, you may be eligible to file an Illinois medical malpractice claim if you have been seriously injured by a Bard IVC filter, because of medical negligence. In some circumstances the device has been left inside a patient for too long. Some of the adverse events reported to the FDA may be attributable to this.

These medical devices are not designed for long-term use. Once the risk of a pulmonary embolism has passed, a doctor should have it removed from the patient.

Some of the risks with keeping an IVC filter in for too long include:

• bleeding in or around the heart;
• frequent, severe pain in the heart or other areas;
• internal bleeding;
• infection;
• punctures or perforations to organs; and
• death.

How a Chicago Product liability Attorney Can Help

Depending on the specifics of your case, you may be eligible to file a product liability or medical malpractice claim.

If your injuries are the result of a dangerous medical device, you may be able to recover damages in an Illinois product liability claim. If your injuries were the result of medical negligence, you may be able to recover damages in an Illinois medical malpractice claim.

A Chicago product liability attorney will evaluate your case to determine what type of claim you may be eligible to file.

When to Hire a Chicago Product liability Attorney

A Chicago product liability lawyer at the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. has dealt with similar cases to yours and knows the best course of action for your claim. To improve your chances at a fair settlement and take the burden out of all the paperwork involved in an Illinois dangerous medical device claim, contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.

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